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Fair celebrates Queen Mother's 90th birthday, Thai crafts
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 11/08/2022
» Interested members of the public are invited to witness the legacy of Thai craftsmanship during "Miracle of the Arts of the Kingdom" which will kick off Friday and run every weekend from 10am to 7pm until Aug 28, at the Arts of the Kingdom Museum in Bang Pa-in, Ayutthaya.
Spotlight on the classics
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 20/07/2022
» Under the unpredictable Bangkok sky in the late afternoon of last Saturday, I stopped by Vachirabenjatas Park (Rot Fai Park) in Chatuchak district. Even though I haven't visited here for many years, while strolling around, I found this massive park still looks as beautiful as I remember. And despite the hazy skies and uncertainty of rain at any given time, I thought to myself that at least it's still better than being bored sitting on a couch watching a movie at home.
The evolution of khon
Life, Amitha Amranand, Published on 22/04/2021
» Choreographer Jitti Chompee's ongoing khon project, which includes Melancholy Of Demon, a dance performance that I reviewed earlier this month, is supported by the Ministry of Culture and departments and offices under its umbrella. This is a surprising level of governmental support granted to a contemporary dance artist who wants to do not-so-genteel things with khon and the character of Tossakan. I still remember how in 2006 the Ministry of Culture reportedly forced Somtow Sucharitkul to change the scene in his opera Ayodhya that depicted the death of Tossakan (Ravan in the opera version) onstage, a practice that is considered a bad omen in Thailand.
BAB in Brief
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 06/11/2020
» Bangkok Art Biennale 2020 is in full swing, showcasing more than 200 artworks by 82 artists at 10 venues until Jan 31, 2021. River City Bangkok was the last to be added as the tenth venue. If you don't know where to begin, allow me to present a cheatsheet to help you discover pieces that you shouldn't miss from BAB.
A celebration of Thai style
Life, Published on 29/07/2019
» If you love intricately embroidered hand-woven traditional Thai textiles, this event is for you.
Start a new chapter at the 47th Book Fair
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 28/03/2019
» Time to get more shelf space as the 47th National Book Fair and Bangkok International Book Fair 2019 begins on Thursday. Splurge on good deals at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center from now until April 7. The book fair has always been popular for its staggering amount of titles and publishers that always fill the halls. From lesser-known independent publishers to big names, visitors can experience the vast literary landscape of Thailand right in one place.
Where royal souls reside
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 21/12/2017
» Apart from Wat Bowon Niwet, which is King Bhumibol Adulyadej's symbolic temple, Wat Ratchabophit on Ratchabophit Road is one of only two temples that enshrine his ashes. Since Nov 7, when the temple started permitting the general public to pay respects to the royal remains, many have flocked there for this purpose.
Celebrating India in Thailand
Life, Published on 31/08/2017
» The "Festival Of India" in Thailand will celebrate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 12/08/2017
» 1. If you're still looking for a last minute Mother's Day gift, Thann's moisturising Eden Breeze Body Butter may be the perfect choice. Created with natural resources and the latest technology, the product promises to moisturise and make the skin glow even six hours after use. Made from natural extracts using nano technology, the Nano Shisho extract offers an antioxidant benefit, the Imperata Cylindrica extract keeps skin moisturised for long periods of time, the liquorice extract reduces dark spots and makes the skin radiant, the cocoa butter protects skin from dryness and the jojoba oil, which is rich in vitamin E, is good for intensive care. The Eden Breeze Body Butter's warm and homey scent includes jasmine, rose and guaiac wood from Paraguay, which relieves tension and insomnia. At Thann Boutiques for 1,550 baht.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 20/05/2017
» 1. Fans of Starbucks will have a hard time stopping themselves from buying their latest set of drinkware. Joining hands with Ban.do -- a Los Angeles-based design house known for creating bright and joyous artwork, the coffee-giant is celebrating the summer with colourful tropical ceramic mugs (1,200 baht), plastic tumblers (500 baht), passport holders (1,000 baht) and pencil cases (600 baht). The collection is available at Starbucks stores nationwide.